Archive for August, 2009

Last week, I made a veggie packed primavera pasta dish. It was so easy that I am officially adding it to my rep of fast weeknight dinners. I added a few things I had around the house, such as a yummy zucchini from my mom’s garden and a box of frozen chopped broccoli.

It was my friend Jenna’s Birthday party this past Saturday night. She hosted a great pre-party and then we all went out downtown to Sixth Ward. I decided to bring dessert and asked what her favorite was. Jenna, without hesitation, answered twinkies. So I got to thinking of all of my favorite junk food growing up and only one thing came to my mind; hostess cupcakes. I decided to make a twinkie bottom with a hostess top and combine the best of both worlds.

Even though it’s hot outside, sometimes I just want some comfy soup. My parents surprised me with some veggies from their garden, so I felt inclined to make something delicious with them. I saw this recipe that included pesto and I was sold. I just made fresh pesto with basil that my friend Trish gave me, so I was all set on that front. The pesto actually really makes this recipe sparkle, good without it, but much better with it. enjoy!